McDowell wrestling coach resigns

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McDowell wrestling coach Shane McChesney, who watched the Trojans attain unprecedented success on the mat, announced his resignation Wednesday.

McChesney, 36, who was involved in the program in some form for 12 seasons, cited the need to spend more time with his family as the reason for his decision. His announcement was made in a McDowell press release.

"It has been an honor to coach at McDowell," McChesney was quoted in the release, "and I thank the school district for giving me the opportunity to coach."

McChesney, a high school economics teacher, was in the corner for the 2011-12 Trojans, who became the first District 10 program ever to reach the championship final of a PIAA Class AAA team tournament. Nationally ranked Canon-McMillan beat McDowell 35-20 that night at Hershey's Giant Center.

Hershey also was the site of Steve Spearman's 2010 and 2012 individual state title victories. McChesney was his coach for each of them.

"Shane has been a tremendous asset to our students and our wrestling program over the years," Fuller was quoted in the release. "He will continue to be an asset to our school district as an educator. We wish him nothing but the best in his future challenges."

Fuller said applicants for the position can contact McDowell's athletic office at (814) 835-5428 or online at http://www.edline.net/pages/mtsd/Departments/Personnel/Current_Openings.